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Tisha B’av and the Three Weeks

Gutterman's & Gutterman Warheit — Tue, 23 Apr 2024 09:15:11 +0000

Commemorating the Destruction of Ancient Temples and Other Tragedies Many of the Jewish high holy days and holidays are celebrations, often commemorating the resilience of the Jewish people over many millennia. The observance of Tisha B’av and the Three Weeks, though, is often considered the saddest day on the Jewish calendar, marking not only the destruction of the ancient temples in both Babylon...

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Tips for Making Mouth-Watering Latkes

Gutterman's & Gutterman Warheit — Tue, 16 Apr 2024 17:11:21 +0000

have to add oil, as some will be soaked up during the process. The optimal temperature is 350 degrees…that’s typically about halfway on the dial. Don’t pinch on the salt!!—Salt makes just about everything better, but potatoes simply demand it. Don’t worry about oversalting…a latke will typically take a lot. You’ll also lose some of the salt in the cooking process, so sprinkle a little more on when...

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Pesach Sheni—The Second Passover

Gutterman's & Gutterman Warheit — Sun, 31 Mar 2024 15:32:57 +0000

What Is It? How Does It Differ from Passover? The Jewish holiday of Passover, commemorating the release of the Jews from captivity in Egypt, begins on the 15 th day of the Jewish month of Nisan and extends for 7 days. In Temple times, most Jews would travel to Jerusalem during Passover. On the eve of the beginning of Passover, they would participate in the Korban Pesach, or “Passover sacrifice...

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The Jewish Legacy in Ireland

Gutterman's & Gutterman Warheit — Sun, 17 Mar 2024 15:58:05 +0000

A Brief Look at Judaism in This Overwhelmingly Catholic Country St. Patrick’s Day is upon us…a holiday that celebrates the man who ostensibly brought Christianity to the Emerald Isle. It may come as a surprise to learn that, in a country where more than two-thirds of all people of faith belong to the Catholic Church, there has been a small, but vibrant, Jewish presence for more than a thousand...

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The Basic Rules of Kosher Cooking

Gutterman's & Gutterman Warheit — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 15:59:57 +0000

The Basic Rules of Kosher Cooking What Is the Purpose Behind Kosher Cooking? What Makes Cooking Kosher? “One cannot think well, love well, sleep well, if one has not dined well” –Virginia Woolf Who doesn’t love a great meal? The truly great dining experience can be a feast not only for the taste buds, but for the eyes and the olfactory. Consider the unique textures of different foods and the...

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Passover—History and Traditions

Gutterman's & Gutterman Warheit — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 15:48:36 +0000

Why Do We Celebrate Passover? What Are the Customs of Passover? Passover, or Pesach, will begin just before sundown on Monday, April 22, 2024, extending until the sun sets on Tuesday, April 30. The most celebrated Jewish holiday in the world, Passover has a number of well-known traditions, many of which involve food. What is the history behind Passover? What are some of the traditions and why are...

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Jewish Desserts that Will Tease Your Taste Buds

Gutterman's & Gutterman Warheit — Tue, 23 Jan 2024 01:14:43 +0000

Traditional Jewish Confections to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth Within the Jewish tradition, there’s a rich history of culinary creativity, and nowhere is that more evident than with pastries, cakes, sweet breads and other desserts. Many confections that were originally intended to put the final touch on a meal have now become standalone treats. Let’s look at some of the most tantalizing Jewish...

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Klezmer Music—A Centuries-Old Jewish Tradition

Gutterman's & Gutterman Warheit — Fri, 19 Jan 2024 16:57:42 +0000

What Is Klezmer Music? When Is It Typically Played? What Are the Different Types of Dances? At many Jewish celebrations, there’s some type of dancing. Often, those dances are accompanied by klezmer music. Though klezmer music saw a revival in the late 20 th century, it’s been a part of Jewish culture and tradition for a long time. What Is Klezmer Music? Klezmer is a musical form that originated...

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Jewish Folklore and Folk Tales—A Storied Tradition

Gutterman's & Gutterman Warheit — Tue, 26 Dec 2023 02:02:04 +0000

Jewish Folk Tales through the Ages | Modern Takes on Old Tales Within the Jewish culture, there’s a rich and compelling history of storytelling. Though the Hebrew Bible includes folk tales and legends in nearly every book, scholars believe that the origins of this folklore predate their being written down. Many of the most popular Jewish folk tales contain similar characters, plots and morals.

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The History and Significance of the Star of David in the Jewish Faith

Gutterman's & Gutterman Warheit — Sat, 23 Dec 2023 01:57:18 +0000

The Origins of the Star of David | It’s Importance as a Symbol of Judaism The six-sided Star of David has long been an iconic symbol of the Jewish faith. Historians say that the revered image, also known as the “Shield of David,” or “Magan David,” appeared in both Jewish and Christian churches as early as the 4 th century CE, and has been found on a stone in a synagogue dating back to the 3rd...

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